1996 Acura Integra vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura Integra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | Integra | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
